St. Clement of Rome (Diocese of Bridgeport)
| St. Clement of Rome Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Clement of Rome |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Saint Joseph of Chambéry |
| Venerated Saints: | Saints Peter and Paul, Saint Anthony of Padua |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Bridgeport |
| Deanery: | Fairfield Deanery |
| Address: | 535 Fairfield Ave., Stamford, Connecticut 06902-7589 |
| City: | Stamford, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Western Connecticut County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1960 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stclementchurch.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Clement of Rome Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Bridgeport, located in Stamford, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Clement of Rome, the first bishop of Rome and one of the earliest Christian martyrs, the parish serves a suburban community in Fairfield County.
Established in 1960, St. Clement's was founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Chambéry, who continue to play an active role in the parish's spiritual life.
The current church building, completed in 1975, features design elements reflecting the beauty and simplicity of early Christian architecture.
History
St. Clement of Rome Parish was established in 1960 by the Diocese of Bridgeport in response to growth in the Stamford area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on October 2, 1960, at the parish's temporary location in a local school building.
Special features
- Annual Saint Clement of Rome feast day celebration
- Ministries inspired by the saint's commitment to unity and charity among early Christian communities
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, no relics are publicly documented as being housed within the church. However, devotional elements focus on Saint Clement of Rome, reflecting his life and legacy.
Architecture
External features
- A large crucifix adorns the exterior façade
- The parish grounds feature a small chapel dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the saint's life
- Statue of Saint Clement of Rome in the sanctuary
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Clement of Rome, reflecting his life and legacy.
Stained Glass Windows
- Scenes from the saint's life are depicted in stained glass windows throughout the church
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Saint Clement of Rome in the sanctuary
- Statue of Saints Peter and Paul in the narthex
Other Artwork
- Mosaics depicting early Christian symbols and motifs
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Related parishes
- Saints Cyril and Methodius Church (Stamford, Connecticut)
- Our Lady of Fatima Church (Stamford, Connecticut)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Clement of Rome - Stamford". Roman Catholic Diocese of Bridgeport. https://www.bridgeportdiocese.org/parishes/st-clement-of-rome-stamford/.